Showing an OneBox with results from your own computer surprised many users, who wondered whether Google uploaded all their documents to index them. Google Desktop showed that it's possible to merge two completely different search features: a Web search engine and a tool for searching the documents from your computer. As such, we'll be discontinuing support for Google Desktop, including all of the associated APIs, services, plugins and gadgets.Īs of September 14, Google Desktop will no longer be available for download, and existing installations will not be updated to include new features or fixes. This is a positive development for users and we’re excited that most people now have instant access to their personal information. There has been a significant shift from local to cloud-based storage and computing, as well as integration of Google Desktop functionality (like local search) into most modern operating systems. However, over the past seven years we've also witnessed some big changes in how users store and access their own data, with many moving to web-based applications. Probably the last post from Google Desktop's blog announces that the software will be discontinued.ĭesktop has been used by tens of millions of people and we've been humbled by its usage and great user feedback. Most operating systems include desktop search features and have support for gadgets, one of Google Desktop's built-in gadgets was broken and Google was supposed to encourage people to upload their files to online services like Google Drive Google Docs.

One year ago, I wondered why Google Desktop is still available for download.

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